Modern Cooking and Plating Workshop

The flavorful cuisine of Cuba reflects the country’s Spanish, African and Caribbean influences. From cooling ceviche to hearty ropa vieja, these influences manifest themselves in an array of seafood and meat preparations, not to mention unforgettable side dishes that will make you wonder why you didn't cook Cuban sooner. You will make ropa vieja (shredded flank steak in tomato sauce); pescado enchilado (sea bass in sofrito); frijoles negros (black beans Cuban-style); rice and tostones (savory fried plantains).

Seafood, vegetables, whole grains, herbs and olive oil are among the ingredients most associated with countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. They make for flavorful dishes that trigger memories of sunbathed vacations and leisurely meals. This class focuses on the cuisines of Southern France, Eastern Spain, Italy and Greece. You will cook your way through a menu-map that includes French olive tapenade on garlic toast; Greek briam; Spanish fideua Catalania; and Sicilian pesce spada.

Get ready to unleash your sweet tooth in this fun hands-on class dedicated to all things marshmallow! Whether you're a marshmallow aficionado or just looking to learn how to elevate your snack game, this class has something for everyone. In this session, you'll master the art of homemade marshmallows and honey graham crackers. You'll have the chance to choose your marshmallows from three mouth-watering flavors: vanilla bean, espresso, or fresh cinnamon! To take things to the next level, we'll show you how to make chocolate-covered marshmallow cookies, a sweet treat that's sure to impress your friends and family. And of course, no marshmallow adventure would be complete without the ultimate s'mores, where you'll combine everything you've learned into the classic campfire favorite with a gourmet twist.

Once you master essential cooking techniques, you possess the culinary grounding to cook both classical cuisines and the latest cooking styles. These full-participation classes teach fundamental skills, not just recipes. Most important, you'll gain the experience you need to cook with confidence and pleasure---without relying strictly on recipes. Each class culminates with a student-prepared meal. The course consists of four 6-hour classes. Fine Cooking 1 is a prerequisite to Fine Cooking 2. The course completes in four days.